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Claire Tower
1041 Marion StColumbia, SC 29201
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old Shandon Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $500 (16 Rentals)
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501 Pelham Dr
ColumbiaSC29209
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Towers at Forest Acres
2050 N Beltline BlvdColumbia, SC 29204
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$925 - $1,2501 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Rosewood Gardens
504 S Beltline BlvdColumbia, SC 29205
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Cornell Arms Apartments
1230 Pendleton StColumbia, SC 29201
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Cross Hill Apartments
4427 Blossom StColumbia, SC 29205
230 S Gregg St
ColumbiaSC29205
700-702 S Edisto Ave
ColumbiaSC29205
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Lofts at Lourie's
1601 Main StColumbia, SC 29201
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Old Shandon, Columbia, SC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Old Shandon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Shandon Studio Apartments | $1,435 | $800 | $1,975 |
| Old Shandon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,491 | $868 | $2,229 |
| Old Shandon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,832 | $1,075 | $2,860 |
| Old Shandon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,882 | $1,250 | $3,532 |
| Old Shandon 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,600 | $1,285 | $4,000 |
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Cheapest Available Old Shandon Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old Shandon area of Columbia, SC is a Studio unit found at Towers at Forest Acres priced from $888. Rosewood Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable Old Shandon apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Towers at Forest Acres | 0D - Studio | Studio,1BA | $888 |
| Rosewood Gardens | The All-New Rosewood Gardens Apartments! | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Hampton Courts | HC11A80 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Lofts at Lourie's | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,032 |
| Hub Columbia | 4x3 | 4BR,3BA | $1,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Shandon, SC
As of October 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Old Shandon area is the $0.89 price per square foot 4x4 Oasis Model at Hub Columbia in the in the Waverly neighborhood starting from $1,249. The second greatest value Old Shandon apartment is the 2 Bedroom-Upgrade Model at 700 Woodrow starting at $1,995 with a $1.90 price per square foot in the Waverly neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old Shandon apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Hub Columbia | 4x4 Oasis | 4BR,4BA | $0.89 |
| 700 Woodrow | 2 Bedroom-Upgrade | 2BR,2BA | $1.90 |
| Senate Plaza | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.67 |
| Yugo Columbia Lofts | 2 Bed, 1 Bath Plus | 2BR,1BA | $0.82 |
| 1321 Lofts | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| The Carolinian | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Rosewood Gardens | The All-New Rosewood Gardens Apartments! | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Hampton Greene Apartment Homes | One Bedroom- 598 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Cornell Arms Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Towers at Forest Acres | 0D - Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.97 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOld Shandon, Columbia, SC
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Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Old Shandon Neighborhood in Columbia, SC
Walk Score®
86 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
63 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
33 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old Shandon Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Old Shandon?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Old Shandon is under $1,169.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Old Shandon?
The cheapest apartment in Old Shandon is Rosewood Gardens which is listed at $925, while the average apartment in Old Shandon costs $1,805.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Old Shandon?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in Old Shandon that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Old Shandon?
Cheap apartments in Old Shandon have an average cost of $824 which is $981 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Old Shandon.
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